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Tree falls onto VIA Train today during ice storm - RobertInOntario - 04-12-2013

Just learned about this...

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I heard on the radio that the tree crashed onto the VIA engine. The crew was OK but shaken up. The train limped into Belleville station and has obviously caused delays.


Re: Tree falls onto VIA Train today during ice storm - MountainMan - 04-12-2013

A grim reminder that Mother Nature is not to be trifled with.

Sounds like they need to clear some of their right-of-way.